What size would you got o ED? i can't go to big as i fish by myself and need to be able to launch myself.
Any trip to Musgrave would be done with a second boat which is a 650 Yellowfin.
The SeaJays look nice Brian i will have a look this weekend.
Personally If I was planning to go out as far as Lady Musgrave I would probably be looking for a much bigger boat, even a good second hand one to keep it under your budget, whilst it can be done with small boats on good days with flatish seas, on the other days it would be quite hairy as the weather can change quickly.
Hi Guys,
Long time since i posted on here but with the demise of Nuggets and another private forum it is time i contributed to the only good forum left.
I have been quiet for the last couple of years due to my 40yr old tinnie finally being bashed to death and unsafe to get offshore anymore.
Time has come to buy a new boat and after opinions from the more experienced than myself.
I have up to 70k to spend on my dream boat to last me until i retire.
I am liking the Quintrex Top Ender 520 but the dream would probably be a Haines SIgnature 543sf but a bit out of my price range to have it fully fitted out. 80k plus new.
Does anyone on here have a Top Ender and how do they find it?
I have been out in Youngy's 485sf plenty of times and it is a great boat but would prefer something a bit bigger to get further offshore so hence the 543sf.
What i am after,
A boat to get offshore safely with high sides to safely hold me and the pup. Ideally get out to Lady Musgrave etc. for an overnighter. Will the Top Ender be capable? I think so.
Something i can sleep in. This is why i would like a side console and not a centre to give me floor room for a swag.
Electric motor is a must.
Soft ride for my old decrepit back.
Longevity and quality. You pay for what you want and the better quality the better.
Time is not really a concern. I have waited this long a few more months to get a custom build won't concern me.
Rod lockers on the 520 TE look good but are they functional? Youngy has some but does not use them as they get water in them.
Suzuki or Yamaha? I know these days most motors are reliable but i believe Yamaha have the best reputation?
Sorry for all the questions guys but this is something every boater dreams of for a long time. I can't wait to get back to seriously fishing again and catch some fish i have wanted for a long time.
Any opinions on what would be your dream boat would be awesome as well.
Thanks guys in advance and look forward to putting up many reports in future.
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